Several overlooked 2000s anime have earned reputations as masterpieces

The 2000s had famous anime such as Fullmetal Alchemist and Death Note, but other shows drew less attention.

A retrospective points to overlooked series with stories about mysteries, friendship and life after disaster.

It says some have since earned reputations as masterpieces for their writing, animation and stories.

The examples show that popular hits were not the only anime worth watching from the decade.